The effects of new tariffs are starting to hit home: Retailers that rely on discretionary spending are struggling, signaling rising anxiety among businesses and consumers—and likely slower growth ahead.

As US-imposed trade tariffs begin to take effect, business decision-makers and consumers are grappling with how to prepare—some more than others.

Amazon Haul expands overseas as de minimis uncertainty clouds domestic prospects: The low-cost marketplace is now available to UK and Saudi Arabian shoppers.

Marketers are cutting branding spend in favor of performance media: Search and retail win as caution dominates strategy.

Trump administration’s student loan crackdown couldn’t come at a worse time: Wage garnishment and loan defaults could reduce annual consumer spending by $63 billion, pressuring the strained US economy.

Macroeconomic uncertainty and an overreliance on Cash App led the company to slash its full-year guidance

Shoppers’ snack budgets are shrinking due to economic uncertainty: With little relief in sight, Mondelez, Kellanova, and Hershey’s are bracing for impact

So far, neither network has seen signs of a consumer spending slowdown despite plummeting consumer sentiment

Economic uncertainty could derail its efforts to reinvigorate growth

Nobody knows what’s ahead: Macroeconomic turmoil and shifting tariff policies make forecasting a guessing game that many consumer brands are opting out of.

Hispanic consumers curb spending over immigration policy fears: Their discretionary purchases are falling sharply, hurting sales at Walmart and Constellation.

The company’s acquisition spree could help accelerate growth despite an uncertain economic climate

The companies faced mixed results and looming uncertainty as a result of tariffs

Chipotle sees pullback in spending tied to consumer unease: Despite those challenges, McDonald’s and Sonic have both found recent success with limited-time promotions.

The BNPL provider is racking up partners in a major expansion push before its now-delayed IPO

Tariff-related price hikes are coming, CPGs warn: P&G, Keurig Dr Pepper, and Nestlé are among the companies planning to raise prices to offset cost increases.

Kimberly-Clark forecasts $300 million hit from tariffs: But the company will not pass the cost onto consumers as it looks to maintain volume growth in a difficult environment.

Tariffs will hurt US economic growth this year: The IMF expects growth of just 1.8%, as the trade war and rampant uncertainty chill consumer and business spending.

Travel brands and issuers are pushing premium cards to attract affluent consumers and boost revenues

The Trump administration injects more uncertainty into supply chains with new ship fees: While less stringent than initially proposed, the levies will raise costs and complicate operations.